MOSCOW. – Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated his Armenian counterpart Serzh Sargsyan on the day of Independence. Putin wrote in his congratulatory message in particular to accept honest congratulations on the Day of Independence.  Armenia has registered significant successes in social and economic fields during recent years. Besides, Armenia’s image grows regionally and internationally. Putin stated with satisfaction the constructive nature of Armenian-Russian friendly relations, which was confirmed during their recent meeting in Moscow. Putin believes that both states will continue reinforcing strategic partnership, enlarging cooperation within the frameworks of the CIS and the CSTO integration mechanisms.